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Castellu beach
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Castellu beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 16th place out of 255 beaches in the South Corsica region 19 km away from its center, the city of Ajaccio. It is one of the beaches of Esigna settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Castellu beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Santana beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
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+18
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4.2
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Castellu beach is located in South Corsica within Esigna, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Corsica island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Castellu beach?
The coastline of Castellu beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Castellu beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Castellu beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Castellu beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Castellu beach is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Castellu beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Castellu beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Castellu beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Castellu beach?
The bar is located right on the Castellu beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurant U Castellu is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Castellu beach?
There are 172 places to stay in the Castellu beach area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Castellu beach from parking?
The Castellu beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Castellu beach?
There are 2 attractions near Castellu beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mare Bellu - Walks Sea Corsica located in 4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Castellu beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Castellu beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 10°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Castellu beach (Corsica island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Castellu beach (Corsica island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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